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Groby

Census

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Church History.

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Civil Registration

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Description and Travel

This village and parish lie just 5 miles northwest of the city of Leicester. The parish covers about 2,074 acres.

The southern side of the village is dominated by new housing estates, but the old village centre still retains some character. The church dates from 1840 and stands on the site of Groby Castle. No remains are left of the castle, other than a slight rise in ground to the East of the main church building. If you are planning a visit:

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Maps

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Names, Geographical

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Politics and Governance

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Poorhouses, Poor Law, etc.

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Population

     Year  Inhabitants
1891 849
1901 928
1921 887
1931 1,122
1951 1,929
1961 3,035
1971 4,333
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This parish page was developed by Louis R. Mills.

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[Last updated: 5-March-2008 - Louis R. Mills]